Top executives from Billboard's Indie Power Players list and beyond weigh in on how the independent music sector has changed over the past few years.
The former WK Records CEO will leverage decades of industry expertise at the new venture while continuing to shape the careers of stars like Ryan Castro.
The label will focus on emerging talent from around the world.
Ninja Tune’s managing director of North America Marie Clausen says, "Music and culture are the fires that keep us all going."
Owning the originals plus the four re-recorded albums provides ample opportunity to monetize Swift's investment, experts tell Billboard.
Femia joined the label group in 2013.
Ten years after Sony Music acquired it, "no one has invested more in the independent sector."
The singer-songwriter has navigated the music business without sacrificing her community or personality. She’s betting her fan base will follow her into her next chapter.
Though these licensing talks could turn an embittered lawsuit into a peaceful resolution between the parties, there are significant challenges ahead.
After Pusha T refused to change a guest verse from Kendrick Lamar on the upcoming Clipse album, he bought his way out of his record deal, manager Victor explains.
